Thanks for the detailed response guys. I will definitely use a new bucket and cut proper holes and no shade cloth. I have the good pads, will sew the outside one together. The pump is pretty heavy duty, but power is not an issue. The cord was coming out the top just for transportation. Getting new i...

I inherited this cooler from a lazy camper that not only never used it, but also decided to leave it behind at the end of the burn. I have it running at this point, but I am a little concerned about the amount of holes in the bucket. Could this be an issue for its effectiveness? Thinking I could jus...